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Brandt CEO talks racing, records, and fertilizer at EMBA Conversation with a CEO event
Rick Brandt was the featured speaker at Friday's event at the Muma College of Business. The USF alumnus took over the family business in 1995 at age 29.
February 7, 2025Business News
USF takes the controls with new Esports Living Lab - ABC Action News
USF is taking the controls literally when it comes to the future of Esports, investing $1.1 million into their brand new Esports Living Lab that opened this semester.
November 11, 2024Business News
Beyond the pain: Transforming grief into power - USF Athletics
Naiya Sawtelle is a USF volleyball player and a Vinik Sport and Entertainment Management program student at the Muma College of Business.
October 20, 2024Spotlights
Meet three top business graduates from the summer 2024 class
The University of South Florida awarded more than 2,600 degrees during summer commencement on Saturday, Aug. 3. The ceremonies included recipients of approximately 1,739 bachelor’s, 700 master’s, 162 doctoral and 11 specialist degrees.
August 3, 2024Business News, Spotlights
Essential HR upgrades are needed for workplace diversity, accountability - Sports Business Journal
Gallup shared that 50% of U.S. workers engaged in quiet quitting in 2022 — and certainly the sports world was no exception.
May 22, 2023Business News
Where Skills Meet Passion - SPAN Magazine
U.S. universities help students build interdisciplinary skills through specialized majors like object design and sports management.
April 1, 2023Business News
ALL IN: Michelle Harrolle and Janelle Wells - Sports Business Journal
Students at USF’s Vinik Sport & Entertainment Management Program are fortunate to have Harrolle and Wells directing instruction, leading research and developing pathways into the sports business.
March 27, 2023Business News
Educational upgrade: MBA programs in Florida - Florida Trend
MBA programs across Florida are adapting to the changing needs of students and employers by developing niche studies to build deep expertise in a variety of sectors.
March 15, 2023Business News
Sport & Entertainment Analytics Conference honors Tampa Bay Lightning with Innovator Award
The two-day conference held on USF's Tampa campus featured speakers on how data analytics is used in the sport and entertainment management industry.
March 2, 2023Business News, Events
USF Esports Summit speakers talk equity and community in gaming
The fourth annual USF Esports Summit centered on building community — particularly as it relates to gender and race — within the $1 billion dollar esports gaming industry.
January 30, 2023Business News, Events
Due to Tropical Storm Nicole, USF Esports Summit and Tournament rescheduled for Jan. 27
Due to Tropical Storm Nicole, the USF esports summit and tournament have been rescheduled to Jan. 27 with the same schedule and location. The one-day summit allows participants to connect with regional and global esports industry leaders. It will conclude with a live-action championship finale where the 2022 Battle for Florida tournament winner will be crowned.
November 8, 2022Business News, Events
Alumni Spotlight: From track and field to esports, ‘You have to love what you do’ says Toluwani Adebakin
Toluwani Adebakin grew up in Nigeria and loved to run. With pure talent and the support of his family and coach, Adebakin’s athletic ability grew exponentially as he got older. His love for running has opened doors for him, and in turn, he has dedicated himself to creating opportunities for other athletes.
November 8, 2022Business News, Spotlights